Downers Grove

A varied housing stock exists in this robust community, ranging from historic homes from the mid-1800s to an assortment of Sears Roebuck Catalog Homes.

Welcome to Downers Grove

Fortunately, Downers Grove doesn’t let fame go to its head. The village has racked up more than its share of accolades, with Forbes naming it one of America’s friendliest towns and CNN ranking it among the country’s best places for a healthy retirement due to its abundance of parks and top-notch hospitals.

A varied housing stock exists in this robust community, ranging from historic homes from the mid-1800s to an assortment of Sears Roebuck Catalog Homes, which were built between 1908 and 1940 from purchased kits. New construction can also be found in the village.

Along with ample boutique shopping and upscale dining, Downers Grove hosts dozens of community events and festivals, attracting visitors and earning the village a place on the Chicago Tribune’s “Top 10 List of Downtowns.” The community is also home to the Downers Grove Museum, which includes the historic Blodgett House.

Downers Grove is served by Downers Grove Grade School District 58, Center Cass School District 66, and Community High School District 99, which consists of two public high schools — Downers Grove North and South. The community also boasts the prestigious Avery Coonley School, founded in 1906 and located in the village since 1929.

​​​​​​​Metra's BNSF Railway has three stations in Downers Grove, providing direct transportation to Chicago.

Overview for Downers Grove, IL

76,110 people live in Downers Grove, where the median age is 41.8 and the average individual income is $49,979.45. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

76,110

Total Population

41.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$49,979.45

Average individual Income

Around Downers Grove, IL

There's plenty to do around Downers Grove, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

78
Very Walkable
Walking Score
70
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
34
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including FMB Indian Grocery, Scrims Esports Gaming Center, and Frederick Lynn Haberdasshere.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $ 3.2 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.87 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.63 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.15 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.45 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.77 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downers Grove, IL

Downers Grove has 31,403 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downers Grove do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 76,110 people call Downers Grove home. The population density is 3,166.64 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

76,110

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.8

Median Age

48.57 / 51.43%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
31,403

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$49,979.45

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Downers Grove, IL

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Downers Grove. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
El Sierra Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
3/5
Hillcrest Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
4/5
Indian Trail Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
3/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
4/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Belle Aire Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
4/5
Fairmount Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
4/5
Lester Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
5/5
Community H S District 99 - South High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Downers Grove Christian School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
St Mary Of Gostyn Catholic School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
7th - 9th
4/5
Highland Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 7th
4/5
Kingsley Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
4/5
O Neill Middle School
PUBLIC
7th - 9th
3/5
Whittier Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
5/5
Community High School District 99 - North High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Downers Grove Adventist School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
10th - 12th
No rating available
Pierce Downer Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
4/5
Marquette Manor Baptist Academy
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Bright Horizons Child Care & Early Education
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available

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